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6 sty 2012 · However, in following the rule of “form over substance” that seems to be enumerated in the Messele decision, the lesson here is to use the Code to your strategic advantage when faced with a less-than-desirable panel of QMEs.
Use the proper form: Use QME Form 105 for an unrepresented employee and QME Form 106 on a represented claim. Identify the disputed issue that requires the comprehensive evaluation: i.e. compensability under LC 4060, permanent disability indemnity under LC 4061 or an objection to a medical determination under LC 4062 (non-treatment or non-UR ...
In order to reduce the amount of litigation over panel requests and proper panel issuance, the parties need to follow the applicable labor code sections, regulations and case law closely to ensure a timely and admissible report.
By choosing to use a QME panel, the employee has the chance of obtaining a second, unbiased opinion from a doctor in the proper medical field for his or her injury. However, panel QMEs can be handled differently depending on whether or not the injured worker has legal representation.
1 maj 2009 · The regulations governing Panel QME requests in general begin with 8 Cal. Reg, 30, and lay out the specific requirements for requesting a panel of Qualified Medical Examiners. These requirements differ according to whether the applicant is represented or unrepresented.
Online QME Form 106 Panel Request. In order to provide a more efficient means of requesting and receiving QME panels, the Division of Workers' Compensation (DWC) implemented a new online panel process for represented initial panel requests on Oct. 1, 2015. How does it work?
Use QME Form 105 when there is a dispute over a medical decision or medical opinion of the primary treating physician or utilization review. Read these instructions to know what you must do and the time limits for making decisions.
